1996 Honda Prelude vs. 2004 Saturn ION
To start off, 2004 Saturn ION is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,258 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Prelude (190 HP) has 49 more horse power than 2004 Saturn ION. (141 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2004 Saturn ION. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Prelude weights approximately 82 kg more than 2004 Saturn ION. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Honda Prelude (214 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Saturn ION. (197 Nm). This means 1996 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Saturn ION.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Prelude | 2004 Saturn ION | |
| Make | Honda | Saturn |
| Model | Prelude | ION |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2258 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 141 HP |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1248 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2630 mm |
